5 recipes for pecan pie

There are many variations of the simple pecan pie, a traditional Southern pie served during the holidays that combines nuts with sugar and eggs with sugar.

3. Chocolate pecan pie

The Gourmand Mom
Pecan pie made even more decadent with chocolate chips.

By Amy DelineThe Gourmand Mom

1 9″ Pie Shell (frozen or homemade)
1 cup Chocolate Chips
1-1/2 cup Pecan Halves (slightly broken)
3/4 cup Light Corn Syrup
1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar
1/4 cup White Sugar
2 teaspoon Vanilla
1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon Salt
3 Eggs, lightly beaten

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

2. Place the pie shell onto a foil lined baking sheet, to prevent oven spill-over. Scatter the chocolate chips on the bottom of the pie shell. Scatter the pecan pieces over the chocolate. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the remaining ingredients until well blended. Pour the mixture over the pecans and chocolate.

3. Bake for about 55 minutes, until set.

4. Cool before serving.

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